Atlantic City High School is a comprehensive public high school in Atlantic City, in Atlantic County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. It is the lone secondary school of the Atlantic City School District. The current school building opened in 1994 and holds approximately 2,500 students.
Serving 1,699 students in grades 9-12, Atlantic City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atlantic City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Atlantic City High School's student population of 1,699 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,699 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
Year Founded
1895
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Atlantic City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atlantic City High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2004 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
43%
34%
Black
31%
15%
White
6%
38%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atlantic City High School's ranking?
Atlantic City High School is ranked #2004 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Atlantic City High School often compared to?
Atlantic City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasantville High School, Absegami High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Atlantic City High School?
The graduation rate of Atlantic City High School is 81%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Atlantic City High School?
1,699 students attend Atlantic City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Atlantic City High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atlantic City High School?
Atlantic City High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Atlantic City High School offer ?
Atlantic City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atlantic City High School part of?
Atlantic City High School is part of Atlantic City School District.
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